[2025 Lapu-Lapu City Attraction] Travel Guide for San Vicente Marine Sanctuary (Updated Jul)

"San Vicente Marine Sanctuary" is a popular destination on Olango Island where you can fully enjoy nature. Walking along the narrow wooden pathway, which resembles a lattice, to the edge of the sea is an exhilarating experience. While it may feel a bit unstable, it adds to the sense of adventure. At the end of the path, there is a simple dining area that can accommodate about 100 people, where you can enjoy a meal by selecting your favorite dishes in the local "turo-turo" style. In the crystal-clear waters, you can swim with fish and even try feeding them with bread or crackers. It's a perfect spot to relax and be soothed by nature while enjoying an outdoor experience interacting with marine life. 📍 San Vicente Marine Sanctuary, Olango Island, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

Day 1: Arrive Cebu at night → Stay at BE resort Day 2: Charter a boat from Hilton Port to San Vicente Marine Reserve and Olango Island Day 3: Stay at J Park Island Resort Day 4: Stay at J Park Island Resort Day 5: After playing at J Park in the morning, move to Gaisano Grand Mall by Grab. Then stay at Centro Mactan Suites [Recommended spots] 1. San Vicente Marine Reserve and Olango Island I tried to go to Olango Island by regular boat from Hilton Port, but it only leaves from one other place? A man in the area tried to sell me a boat, and I didn't want to be ripped off, so I tried to refuse, but I was worried. In the end, we were able to go directly to San Vicente Marine Reserve by boat, and we didn't have to move around Olango Island, so it was a great choice for a family with children😊 By the way, I was told that it was 3,000 pesos for the round trip boat + motorcycle. Since we went direct, we didn't have to use the motorbike, but the guy was kind and stayed with my child when we went into the sea, and we could use the life jacket, so we were satisfied and paid 3000 pesos plus a tip. However, when we reached San Vicente, a mysterious man came and acted as a lifeguard with the child, but he tried to sell us sea urchins and coconuts. I was surprised when he asked me for 3500 pesos at first, but I paid 1000 pesos. I feel like I was ripped off a little, but I'm okay with him watching my child. People who go there should be careful. 2. J Park Island Resort It's a five-star hotel with many pools, playground equipment and slides, so I think everyone from preschoolers to older children can enjoy it. There is also a beach at the back, so you can enjoy the sea. Maybe because the room was available, they upgraded me to a suite room with a city view. I arrived after 12 noon, so I thought I would have to wait to check in, but I was lucky to be able to get into my room right away ✌️ #Cebu #jpark

💁🏻‍♂️ A place where you can meet mangrove trees 🏷 San Vicente Marine Sanctuary A place you can only see by crossing a long wooden bridge built over the sea! The entrance fee is not that expensive, and it is quiet, so it is good for a leisurely walk The undamaged Philippine ecosystem is well preserved, so I remember it as being very mysterious and beautiful #SummerIsSummer #Vacation #CebuTravel